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Michael J. Denning is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Family Law, Family Law Arbitration and Family Law Mediation. Michael J. practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Michael J. Denning since 2025. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michael J. Denning is held by other lawyers.

Charles L. Steel IV is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Corporate Law, Litigation and Controversy - Tax, Tax Law and Trusts and Estates. Charles L. practices law in Durham, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Charles L. Steel IV since 2010. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Charles L. Steel IV is held by othe...

Jason’s field experience as a chemist and his years as a patent agent allow him to offer his clients a comprehensive view of the patent drafting and acquisition process. In particular, his technical knowledge in small molecule chemistry, organic and analytical chemistry, and chemical engineering have benefited his clients. Jason focuses his practice on all services relating to patent application drafting and prosecution, patentability opinions, and freedom-to-operate opinions. Jason pre...

William B. Gwyn, Jr., is a member of the firm’s corporate practice. Bill has over thirty years of experience counseling and serving clients in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, private equity, international transactions, joint ventures, licensing and commercial transactions. His industry experience includes software, biotechnology, communications, electronics, financial institutions, agribusiness, distribution and manufacturing, among others. He has represented...

David R. Fricke is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. David R. practices law in Raleigh, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized David R. Fricke since 2011. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which David R. Fricke is held by other lawyers.

Ann H. Smith is a Partner in the Raleigh/Durham office of Jackson Lewis P.C. Ms. Smith has practiced employment law since 1996 and has handled a wide variety of employment matters before federal and state courts and administrative agencies. Ms. Smith has represented and advised Fortune 250 companies as well as governmental entities. Ms. Smith’s litigation experience includes general employment law disputes involving claims pursuant to the ADA, FMLA, FLSA, and Title VII. Ms. Smith has al...

Amy Mackin is a managed care and regulatory attorney at Hall Render who advises hospitals, health systems, clinical laboratories and other providers on contracting strategy and payor relationships across commercial and governmental health plans. Working closely with legal and financial leadership teams, Amy helps clients negotiate stronger contract terms, implement agreements compliantly and respond effectively to payor audits, recoupments and reimbursement disputes. Amy leads Hall Render's H...

3 Things to Know About Doug Berger: He served as Deputy Commissioner at the North Carolina Industrial Commission for 10 years. He was named to the “Best Lawyers” list for Workers’ Compensation Law by Best Lawyers , 2021-2026.* He served as a North Carolina State Senator for four terms. Douglas E. Berger is a Partner at the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin and a North Carolina State Bar Board Certified Specialist in Workers’ Compensation Law . His approach to the law h...

Theodore C. Edwards II is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Commercial Litigation. Theodore C. practices law in Durham, North Carolina Best Lawyers has recognized Theodore C. Edwards II since 2026. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Theodore C. Edwards II is held by other lawyers.

John Edwards is a skilled personal injury attorney in North Carolina and the founder of Edwards Kirby, LLP. With a background as a U.S. Senator for North Carolina, the 2004 Democratic Vice-Presidential nominee, and a U.S. presidential candidate, John has long been a proponent for civil rights and protecting those who cannot stand up for themselves. He has been practicing law since 1978 and is an established trial attorney. At Edwards Kirby, LLP, he strives to provide clients with the dedicate...